CAIRing for Scotland - Digital copy available for download
CAIRing for Scotland - the Churches contribution to Interfaith relations in Scotland is now available for digital downlad.
Sister Elizabeth Smyth writes "For 14 years the Churches in Scotland had a committee specifically dedicated to developing the work of interfaith relations among Christians. It was called CAIRS, the Churches Agency for Interfaith Relations . . . This is a story that tells of the many Christians who have made a significant contribution to the work of interfaith relations in Scotland. It is a memory that should be kept alive, honoured and celebrated."
A Handbook for Faiths in Further Education
Spiritual Care in Further Education - A Handbook for Faiths in Further Education
Until recently, chaplaincies were largely a feature of the UK universities. In response to growing interest in the provision of spiritual care in the Further Education sector, and developments leading to a holistic approach to student care, this handbook is offered in order to provide a basis for discussion, and to provide practical guidance to colleges considering setting up a spiritual care or chaplaincy service, reviewing an existing provision or making plans for further development.
To read "A Handbook for Faiths in Further Education" please click here
Nurturing Children in Faith
The report of the day conference, Nurturing Children in Faith, held in Scottish Churches House is now available for download. The day explored the role of home, school and faith community in the nurture process and recieved contributions from members of the Christian, Jewish, Muslim and Sikh communities.
Local Ecumenical Resources
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Help to get started
Are you looking for help to start working with other churches near-by?
Here is a starting point "Progressing in Partnership", a step by step guide for congregations wishing to pursue local partnerships with their ecumenical neighbours.
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Guidelines for new Churches Together Groups
If you are looking for information about setting up a new Churches Together Group,
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Shared Buildings Agreement
In situations where two or more congregations share the same building for worship and/or other activities, it is good practice to set out in writing, the relationships between the parties involved. The document below sets out some of the issues which may need to be addressed in such a situation and is followed by an actual example of a shared building agreement.
To download the Resource Document "Shared Buildings" click here.
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How is a Local Ecumenical Partnership (LEP) formed?
Details are given below outlining the various steps which are taken in the formation of a Local Ecumenical Partnership (LEP).
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Definitions of a Local Ecumenical Partnership (LEP)
A Local Ecumenical Partnership is defined as existing where there is a formal written agreement affecting the ministry, congregational life, buildings and/or mission projects of more than one denomination: and a recognition of that agreement by the ACTS Ecumenical Development Group, and authorisation by the appropriate denominational authorities.
To find out more about LEP's, download the definitions here.
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Orientation for Incoming clergy
This document provides an orientation process that seeks to enable clergy to gain this understanding. The process involves the support of a colleague from another denomination in the LEP, together with a person appointed by the local congregation, and reading essential documents.
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An Ecumenical Service of Baptism and Confirmation
The Joint Liturgical Group of Great Britain have produced ther following resources:
A service of confirmation and baptism for use in Local Ecumenical Partnerships. Click here to download.
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Liturgical resource: when a Local Ecumenical Partnership ceases
The Joint Liturgical Group of Great Britain have produced ther following resource:
"An act of parting" - which can be used when a Local Ecumenical Partnership ceases to exist. Click here to download.
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Model Constitution for a Single Congregation Local Ecumenical Partnership
The Model Constitution for a Single Congregation Local Ecumenical Partnership was drawn up by the Constitution Group.
To download a copy, please click here